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$219+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Romania

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — OTP
Jan 30 — Feb 61
Fri 1/30
Fri 2/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Romania
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Romania. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 31, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:00 pmORD - TSR
1 stop12h 00mLufthansa
Wed 1/286:25 amTSR - ORD
2 stops22h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 12/29$669
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:00 pmORD - TSR
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/286:25 amTSR - ORD
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$716
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:50 pmORD - OTP
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/87:20 pmOTP - ORD
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/30$716
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:50 pmORD - OTP
1 stop12h 55mSWISS
Thu 1/84:40 pmOTP - ORD
1 stop28h 05mSWISS
Deal found 12/30$788
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:00 pmORD - TSR
1 stop12h 00mLufthansa
Mon 1/52:40 pmTSR - ORD
2 stops28h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 12/29$1,219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/289:15 pmORD - SBZ
2 stops37h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/56:00 amSBZ - ORD
2 stops37h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$1,252
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Tue 12/301:24 pmORD - OTP
2 stops15h 06mAustrian Airlines
Thu 1/81:20 pmOTP - ORD
2 stops31h 25mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,462
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Tue 12/309:05 pmORD - OTP
2 stops31h 15mLufthansa
Thu 1/82:45 pmOTP - ORD
1 stop30h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 12/29$1,465
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Tue 12/304:10 pmORD - OTP
1 stop15h 35mSWISS
Wed 1/74:35 pmOTP - ORD
2 stops53h 35mSWISS
Deal found 12/29$1,511
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Tue 12/304:20 pmORD - OTP
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/74:35 pmOTP - ORD
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,624
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Tue 12/301:24 pmORD - IAS
2 stops17h 56mAustrian Airlines
Wed 1/74:05 pmIAS - ORD
2 stops52h 40mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,651
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Tue 12/3011:50 amORD - TSR
2 stops46h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/52:40 pmTSR - ORD
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$2,007

Find flight deals from Chicago to Romania

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Romania flight deals. Data was last updated December 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$508
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$259
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,017

Good round-trip deal

$811 or less

Good one-way deal

$218 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($271 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Romania that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Romania that are best for you.

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ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

9:55 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop31h 20m

Cluj Napoca

Sat 3/14

1:55 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$514

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

6:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Cluj Napoca

Thu 3/26

6:00 am-3:10 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$528

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/10

6:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Cluj Napoca

Tue 3/24

6:00 am-7:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$532

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

9:50 pm-12:55 am

1 stop19h 05m

Cluj Napoca

Thu 3/26

6:00 am-7:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$532

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

6:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Cluj Napoca

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-3:10 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$532

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

6:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Cluj Napoca

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-7:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$532

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

9:50 pm-12:55 am

1 stop19h 05m

Cluj Napoca

Sun 3/8

6:00 am-9:04 pm

2 stops23h 04m

$535

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

7:00 am-1:40 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Cluj Napoca

Tue 4/7

1:50 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$536

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/10

11:15 am-1:40 pm

2 stops18h 25m

Cluj Napoca

Thu 3/26

6:00 am-3:10 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$536

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

10:50 am-1:40 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Cluj Napoca

Tue 4/7

1:50 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$536

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Romania

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Romania

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Romania?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Romania (average of $334). Flying from Chicago to Romania in June is currently the most expensive (average of $759). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Romania

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Romania. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Romania. Reviews last updated December 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with LOT, SWISS, and United Airlines from Chicago to Romania by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LOT
7.5
Good
1,158 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
LOT
7.5
Good
1,158 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,158 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,830 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,158 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,125 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,158 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,138 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,158 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,675 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,158 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Romania. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Romania?

    Airlines like LOT, Lufthansa, and United Airlines fly from Chicago to Romania in about 11h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5008 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Romania one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Romania are Turkish Airlines ($287), SWISS ($376), and Lufthansa ($394).

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Romania?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Bucharest Otopeni Intl, Chicago Midway - Bucharest Otopeni Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cluj Napoca when deciding on the best route from Chicago to Romania.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Romania?

    On average you can expect to pay $622 for a flight from Chicago to Romania. The cheapest flight overall is $218 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Bucharest Otopeni Intl) is currently priced at $488.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Romania that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Romania flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Romania?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Romania.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Romania?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Romania by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Romania?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Romania (average of $334). Flying from Chicago to Romania in June is currently the most expensive (average of $759). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Romania

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Romania. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$385Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$504Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$517Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
LOTCheapest$562Average$948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$565Average$939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$568Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$569Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$575Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$577Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$595Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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